GE HC HP User manual

GE MDS
Intrepid-HC HP
Wireless Broadband Transceiver
Version 1.x
Reference Manual
Part # 05-4811A01, Rev. A

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Installation.................................................................................... 1-1
General......................................................................................................................................1-1
1+0/1+1 Installation .................................................................................................................1-4
2+2 XPIC Installation.............................................................................................................1-12
N+1 Split Mount Installation ................................................................................................1-16
Installation Configuration Illustrations..............................................................................1-18
Chapter 2 Initial System Setup..................................................................... 2-1
General......................................................................................................................................2-1
Initial Setup using the Craft Terminal..................................................................................2-2
Additional Setup using the NMS...........................................................................................2-5
Initial Setup for GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP/T.......................................................................2-14
Connecting Line Interfaces .................................................................................................2-32
Chapter 3 Acceptance & Commissioning Procedures............................... 3-1
Site Acceptance Procedure...................................................................................................3-2
1+0 Commissioning Procedure ............................................................................................3-7
1+1 Commissioning Procedure ............................................................................................3-9
2+0 XPIC Commissioning Procedure.................................................................................3-12
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP Commissioning Log..................................................................3-15
Appendix A—Connector Pin-Outs...............................................................A-1
General......................................................................................................................................A-1
External Alarms Connector Pin-Out.....................................................................................A-2
Protection Connector Pin-Out...............................................................................................A-3
Modem-PPP Cross Cable Pin-Outs......................................................................................A-4
Wayside Channel Connector Pin-Outs................................................................................A-5
Appendix B—PPP/SLIP Driver Installation..................................................B-1
Appendix C—Frequency Information ..........................................................C-1

Safety Precautions & Declared Material
Fiber Optic Line Precautions
Before turning on the equipment, make sure that the fiber optic cable is intact and is
connected to the transmitter.
Do not attempt to adjust the laser drive current.
Do not use broken or non-terminated fiber optic cables/connectors or look
straight at the laser beam.
ATTENTION: The laser beam is invisible!
The use of optical devices with the equipment will increase eye hazard.
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
Complies with IEC 60 825-1:1993 + A1:1997 + A2:2001, and EN 60825-1:1994
+ A1:1996 + A2:2001
General Equipment Precautions
Use of controls, adjustments, or performing procedures other than those
specified herein, may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
When working with an IDU, note the following risk of electric shock and
energy hazard: Disconnecting one power supply disconnects only one power
supply module. To isolate the unit completely, disconnect all power supplies.
Machine noise information order - 3. GPSGV, the highest sound pressure
level amounts to 70 dB (A) or less, in accordance with ISO EN 7779.
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Safety Precautions & Declared Material (continued)
Static electricity may cause bodily harm, as well as harm to electronic components
inside the device.
Anyone responsible for the installation or maintenance of the IDU must use an
ESD Wrist Strap.
ESD protection measures must be observed when touching the IDU.
To prevent damage, before touching components inside the device, all electrostatic
must be discharged from both personnel and tools.
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Chapter 1: Installation
General
This guide provides installation procedures for the following GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP systems:
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP 1+0/1+1 configuration
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP 2+2 XPIC configuration
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP N+1 configuration
About GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP
The GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP supports multiple capacities, frequencies, modulation schemes, and configurations
for various network requirements. Its RF transceiver units operate in the frequency range of 6-11 GHz.
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP capacities can be upgraded from 45 Mbps up to N x 155 Mbps.
For long distance links and backbone requirements, GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP offers Space Diversity functionality.
Each transceiver can contains two receivers and one transmitter, which enable built-in diversity capability.
Built in Diversity in each transceiver increases the reliability of the link. In a 1+1/2+2 Hot Standby or N+1
configuration with Space Diversity, if a hardware failure occurs, the Diversity will not be affected.
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP is installed in a Split-Mount configuration, as shown in the following example
illustration.

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2+0 Configuration
The GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP RFU works together with Intrepid-HC, Intrepid-HC HP/T, and Intrepid-HC 64P,
which are modular network connectivity IDUs designed to meet growing market demands for increased spectral-
efficient systems.
GE MDS Intrepid-HC is designed to deliver double the capacity using a single 28 MHz wide channel. The system
is easy to install, offers a variety of interface possibilities, and represents a cost-effective alternative to fiber.
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP/T (all indoor, trunked unit) is a high capacity N+1 trunk radio system that was designed
to support multiple capacities, frequencies, modulation schemes, and configurations for various network
requirements.
GE MDS Intrepid-HC 64P is a high capacity PDH radio designed for seamless upgrade from medium to high
capacity, with a built-in Fast Ethernet port and switch.
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP RFUs together with the different GE MDS IDUs provide a powerful, reliable, and
comprehensive solution for a variety of wireless network scenarios and requirements.
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP RFU
GE MDS Intrepid-HC IDU
GE MDS Intrepid-HC 64P IDU GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP/T IDU

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About the GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP OCBs
GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP RFUs and OCBs (Outdoor Circulator Blocks) can be chained in different ways for
different configurations.
Two types of OCBs can be used:
Type1 OCB
Type2 OCB
The main difference between the two types are the circulator directions. Depending on the configuration, OCB Type
1 or Type 2 are used together with waveguide shorts, waveguide loads, U Bends, C Bends, or couplers.
Each OCB has four waveguide access points: two in the front, and two at the rear. The diversity access point is
optional.
If the system is not configured for diversity, all the relevant access points on the OCB must be terminated using
waveguide shorts.
Type 1 OCB
Type 2 OCB

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1+0/1+1 Installation
This section describes the installation procedure for GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP in a 1+0 or 1+1 configuration.
The components involved in this procedure include the following:
RFU
OCB
Hanger Kit
Pole Mount Kit
Assembling the RFU and OCB
The RFU is generally assembled in the factory with the OCB, and delivered as a single unit.
If the RFU is delivered separately with the OCB, do the following:
Important: The instructions in this guide should be performed indoors.
1. Remove the RFU and the OCB from the box.
2. Make sure that the OCB sealing gasket is in place.
OCB
RFU
Fil
te
r
s

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3. Gently slide the RFU in the OCB, making sure that the two empty spaces in the RFU correspond to the filter
positions on the OCB.
4. Tighten the Allen Head screws to the OCB using an Allen wrench.
OCB
Sealing
Gasket

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Assembling the Hanger Kit
The Hanger Kit is used to connect two RFUs and OCBs to the Pole Mount Kit. It consists of a single metal plate.
To assemble the Hanger Kit together with the RFU and OCB:
1. Place the RFU on the floor and hold it upright, as shown in the photo below.
2. Place the Hanger Kit in line with the OCB, as shown in the illustration below, and fasten the Kit to the OCB
using 3 large (M-10 type) screws.
Allen
Head
Screws
Hanger Bend
(to place on
the
Pole Kit
)
Main
Extension
Diversity
Extension
Three Screws
Fastening the
Hanger Kit to
the
OCB

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Assembling the Pole Mount Kit
The Pole Mount Kit is used to connect the Hanger Kit (together with the RFU and OCB) to the pole.
The kit consists of a single metal plate with a clamp assembly.
Important: The diameter of the pole upon which the kit is mounted must be between 50 mm (2") and
125 mm (5").
To assemble the Pole Mount Kit on the pole:
1. Open the Pole Mount Kit clamp, and assemble the kit on the pole, as shown in the following illustration.
2. Fasten the kit to the pole using the 4 screws, as shown in the photo above.
Four Screws
Fastening the
Pole Mount Kit
to the Pole

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Assembling the Hanger Kit (with RFU and OCB) and Pole Mount Kit
To assemble the Hanger Kit and the Pole Mount Kit:
1. Lift the Hanger Kit with the fastened RFU and OCB, and hang it, using the Hanger Bend, on the Pole Mount
Kit, as shown in the following illustrations.
Hanger
Bend
Side view
showing how
the Hanger
Kit is hung on
the Pole
Mount Kit.

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2. Fasten the Hanger Kit to the Pole Mount Kit using 4 large (M-10 type) screws, as shown in the following
illustration.
Screws
fastening
the Hanger
Kit to the
Side view of
the Hanger
Kit assembled
on the Pole
Mount
Kit.

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Each Pole Mount Kit can accommodate two RFUs and OCB units, as shown in the following illustration.
Couplers

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RFU Cable Connections
The RFU cable connectors are located on the bottom of the RFU, as shown in the following photo:
The connections include the following:
XPIC/RSL For XPIC functionality and radio signal monitoring.
IF Connects the RFU to the IDU.
Ground Used for electrical ground.
Flexible Waveguide Connects the RFU to the antenna.
IF
XPIC/RSL
Waveguide
Ground

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2+2 XPIC Installation
This section describes the installation procedure for GE MDS Intrepid-HC HP in a 2+2 XPIC configuration.
Flexible Waveguide
Connection to Main
Horizontal and
Vertical Antenna
Ports
Elliptical Waveguide
/ Waveguide-to-
Coax Connection to
Diversity Horizontal
and Vertical
Antenna Ports

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Installation Components
Installation Procedure
1. Connect both pole mount kits to the pole.
If the RFUs are to be assembled one above the other, there should be a minimum distance of 40 cm between
the two pole mount kits, as shown in the following illustration.
40 cm
M10 Screws
Fastening
the OCB to
the Hanging
Bracket
Hanging
Bracket Lifting
Handle
Pole Mount
Kit with Clamp
Bracket
Diversity
Coupler Main
Coupler

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Important: The diameter of the pole upon which the kit is mounted must be between 50 mm (2") and
125 mm (5").
2. Connect shorts and 50 ohm terminations on all OCBs (shorts on main antenna ports, 50 ohm terminations on
diversity antenna ports).
3. Assemble both couplers on the OCBs.
4. Attach the hanging bracket to the OCBs and tighten the screws that fasten the OCB to the hanging-bracket.
5. Gently lift the assembled unit to the pole using the lifting handle.
6. Place the assembled units on the pole mount clamp bracket and fasten the M10 screws, as shown in the
following illustration.
7. Connect the XPIC cables between the units, as shown in the following illustration.
M10 Screws used
to Fasten the Units
to the Pole Mount
Clamp